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RE: Keeping the critters out: weird but effective tricks?
I totally get the urge to make things look nice - I've worked with folks who wanted decorative screens or painted mesh, too. But I’ve seen firsthand how determined raccoons and squirrels can be. One project, we tried pow...
RE: Green Mortgages vs. Energy-Efficiency Loans: Which Makes More Sense?
GREEN MORTGAGES VS. ENERGY-EFFICIENCY LOANS: WHICH MAKES MORE SENSE? That “badge” factor is interesting - I've seen some clients really lean into it, especially if they're thinking about resale down the line. But honest...
RE: Does going eco-friendly actually boost your home's resale?
I totally get the appeal of eco-friendly upgrades, but I’m not always convinced they’re a slam dunk for resale - at least not everywhere. I’ve worked with clients who loved things like rainwater systems or bamboo floors,...
RE: Bank loan vs. investor funding, which makes more sense?
That’s such a familiar scenario - sometimes I wonder if investors just want to see their Pinterest boards come to life, no matter the practicality. Have you ever found a way to push back on those “vision” requests withou...